Manama, Dr. Kamal Al Hamad, Secretary General of the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre, highlighted the stringent registration procedures for arbitrators and experts requiring electronic submission of documents.
These documents should include an academic certificate, evidence of a minimum of ten years of practical experience for arbitrators and seven years for experts in their specialized field, completion of the International Fellowship Program in Arbitration, and the Arbitrators Qualification Program.
Arbitrators must have issued at least five institutional arbitration awards, while experts must provide three expert reports in their field of expertise.
Applicants must present a university statement, verify the validity of their certificate, acknowledge the authenticity of their documents, and provide any additional evidence demonstrating the Center’s commitment to aligning with the latest international practices in commercial arbitration. This process is part of the Center’s strategic plan to rank among
the world’s top ten commercial arbitration Centers.
Dr. Al Hamad emphasized that arbitrators and experts associated with the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre must possess a comprehensive set of skills and attributes. These include a solid foundation in legal knowledge, adept analytical abilities, effective communication skills, proficiency in managing intricate situations, impartiality, and a profound comprehension of arbitration principles along with the pertinent laws and regulations governing the disputes they handle.
Dr. Al Hamad stated that the GCC Commercial Arbitration Centre recently rejected over 60 applications for not meeting the standards, upholding these rigorous criteria is vital for our reputation and success. Our appointed arbitrators and experts are key to maintaining our premier status, reflecting our service quality.
Dr. Al Hamad highlighted the role of arbitrators and experts as neutral third parties tasked with facilitating dispute resolution outside the conventional judicial framewor
k. To excel in this role, an arbitrator must possess a skill set enabling them to attentively listen to the arguments put forth by involved parties, impartially assess evidence, and render swift, reliable, and equitable decisions.
Dr. Al Hamad affirmed the Center’s extensive roster of arbitrators and experts, each specializing in diverse cases. These professionals undergo ongoing evaluation across various domains pertinent to the Center’s operations and the high-quality arbitration services it delivers.
Source: Bahrain News Agency